Krishna Paintings

Traditional Krishna Painting Styles

Pichwai Paintings

In Nathdwara, Rajasthan, Pichwai artists create beautiful Krishna art on cloth hangings for temple rituals. Deep reds, vibrant blues, and real gold leaf celebrate Krishna as Shrinathji during Janmashtami, Raas Leela, and Holi. The finely detailed lotus borders, cow motifs, and tiny peacocks nestle & adorn the works in every corner. Explore our Pichwai painting collection to discover the stories of Shrinathji.

Tanjore Paintings

Tanjore paintings are where South Indian artists gild gesso reliefs to make Krishna glow. These 16th-century Maratha-inspired icons feel almost alive, with three-dimensional peacock feathers and crown jewels popping out from the canvas.

Madhubani Paintings

From Bihar’s villages, Madhubani painters fill canvases with bold geometric lines and nature motifs like fish, birds, lotus. Their “butter thief” scenes capture Krishna’s cheeky grin, rendered in turmeric yellow, vermilion red, and lamp-black outlines.

Pattachitra Paintings

Odisha’s native scroll paintings use natural dyes—conch-shell white, turmeric yellow, indigo blue—to depict Krishna alongside Jagannath worship. Artists tie animal hair to bamboo pens for those crisp lines and intricate details.

Mysore Paintings

Soft vegetable colors and fine detailing make Mysore Krishna paintings poetic. They whisper Krishna’s gentle grace in every muted brushstroke.

Krishna Oil Paintings

Oil on canvas lets contemporary artists layer colors and textures freely. Whether it’s a misty Vrindavan dawn or a stormy sky over Govardhan Hill, oil captures light in ways few mediums can. On ArtFlute, you can find Krishna oil paintings by Yograj Verma who paints the deity's tales, from Krishna dancing on the Kaliya Naag to his Virat Swaroop form.

Popular Themes of Krishna Wall Art

Radha Krishna Paintings

Radha’s longing and Krishna’s response are at the heart of Bhakti movement and art. Paintings of their Raas Leela dance speak of eternal love and overwhelming devotion. Look for a Krishna wall painting by Subrata Das, who paints exquisite works of Radha-Krishna in dream-like settings of nature.

Krishna With Flute Paintings

The flute is Krishna’s voice. In the tribhanga pose, he plays it beneath peacocks and palm trees, drawing souls with his melody. Sometimes artists distill the flute into a simple curve, hinting at his presence through pure form.

Makhan Chor Krishna Paintings

Who doesn’t smile at butter-stealing Krishna? Iconic representations of this theme include Raja Ravi Varma's famous painting. These scenes—clay pots hung high, Krishna on tiptoes—remind us to savor life’s small pleasures.

Krishna With Cows

As a young herdsman, Krishna tended cows across Vrindavan’s fields. Paintings of him among cattle speak to abundance, care, and the timeless bond between nature and the divine. Look out for Ramesh Gujar's Kanha paintings of Krishna, which beautifully illustrate Krishna's bond with the cows.

If more such tales of Krishna interest the collector in you, our spiritual and mythological paintings collection, Vishnu paintings and other collections should take you through the rich Indian mythology.

Shop Lord Krishna Artworks at ArtFlute

1. Chosen with Care

We don’t list everything, only beautiful Krishna paintings by artists who are truly drawn to the stories and ones that truly resonate with collectors.

2. Certificate of Authenticity

All Krishna paintings online are original, signed, and come with a certificate. You will also find select serigraphs of master artists like Madhvi Parekh and Jatin Das.

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For international transit, we provide custom crating and insurance to track your painting from the artist's studio to your wall.

4. Customization Options

Whether you're looking for an abstract painting of Lord Krishna or a Krishna oil painting on canvas, our artists are open to commissioning works with your vision in mind.